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Two Trump Picks, Two Scandals

November 16, 2024

Pete Hegseth, a Fox News personality tapped by Trump for defense secretary, is facing a tough time. Back in 2017, he was probed for a sexual assault case in California. Matt Gaetz, a Florida congressman and Trump's pick for attorney general, isn't having an easy time either. He's dealing with severe

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Biden and Xi: A Friendship on the Brink

November 16, 2024

When President Joe Biden meets Chinese President Xi Jinping for the last time this weekend in Peru, it won't just be a casual chat over dinner. The stakes are high, especially with former President Donald Trump's return to the political scene. Trump's unpredictable nature and tough stance on trade w

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Ukraine's Zelensky Hopes Trump's Presidency Speeds Up War's End

November 16, 2024

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky recently shared his thoughts on the ongoing war with Russia. In a radio interview, he expressed his belief that the war could end more quickly if former US President Donald Trump were in office. Zelensky noted the challenging situation on the battlefield, where

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Will the GOP Bow to Trump's Extreme Nominees?

November 16, 2024

In the days following his reelection, Donald Trump started unveiling his Cabinet choices. These are the folks who'll run the federal government for the next four years. Among them are some regular Republicans, like Senator Marco Rubio for Secretary of State, and some wildly unqualified extremists, s

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Why Some Businesses are Worried About Trump's Import Tariffs

November 16, 2024

Look around your house, you'll spot plenty of things Made in China or elsewhere abroad. But now, imagine paying much more for these items. That's what might happen with President Trump's proposed tariffs on imports. Bobby Djavaheri, who runs Yedi Houseware Appliances in Los Angeles, is worried. He t

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Elon Musk's Take on Revamping Government: A Revolution in Efficiency

November 16, 2024

At the America First Policy Institute Gala, billionaire Elon Musk shared his vision for his new role as co-leader of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Musk described his task not as just a job, but a "revolution. " His goal? To eliminate waste and fraud in the federal government's $6.

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Shuffling Staff and Politics: A Week of Changes

November 16, 2024

In the world of sports, the Chicago Bears swiftly made a change, firing their offensive coordinator Shane Waldron just nine games into his stint. This leaves the team's new offensive coordinator, Thomas Brown, with the challenge of reviving their playbook before their upcoming game against the Packe

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Trump and Musk Sing Together at Mar-a-Lago

November 16, 2024

Last Wednesday evening, President-elect Donald Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk took a break from politics to join forces with opera singer Chris Macchio for a performance of "God Bless America" at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach. The event was part of the festivities marking Trump's upcoming return to

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House GOP: Closer to Trump Than Ever

November 16, 2024

The House of Representatives is now more aligned with Donald Trump than ever before. A large chunk of the Republican members, about two-thirds, are new to Congress and have only known Trump as their party leader. This makes Trump's agenda easier to push through the House compared to the Senate, wher

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The Partisan Pursuit: What's Happening Before Trump's Return?

November 16, 2024

In the months leading up to Donald Trump's anticipated return to the White House, conservative groups have been busy. They've been sending thousands of requests to federal agencies, asking for emails and texts from workers about tech billionaire Elon Musk and other topics. This isn't new; it's been